Do you have technical mind and would like to became a part of our Electrical operation Department? Join Vestas as an Electrical Operations Safety Engineer!
Region NCE > SBU NCE > Electrical Operations
Part of Operations Development, Electrical Operations NCE are an agile department that work closely with all operational stakeholders. Primarily responsible for maintaining WTSR standards and helping enforce Safe System of Work practices within the offshore NCE region to ensure personnel safety is kept as the highest priority. As an Electrical Operations Safety Engineer you will support the implementation, enforcement and maintenance of the Vestas Safe System of Work (SSoW) and Electrical Safety standards for Service sites, upgrades/ retrofits and Special Projects where required ensuring a safe and controlled environment on Vestas Offshore wind farm sites throughout the NCE region.
Responsibilities
1. Following, understanding, advising and implementing local procedures on Control of Hazardous Energy / Electrical Safety standards, particularly to areas where alternative safe systems / methods of work may or shall be applied
2. Liaising with Platform Management/ relevant stakeholders on technical, processes and legislative issues being focused to ensure timescales are met
3. Supporting in new procedure implementation and making sure that all personnel are properly trained/inducted in their use and application as defined by their roles and levels of responsibilities/authorization
4. Delivering initial and refresher operational training/ guidance to ensure personnel understand and maintain high standards in the implementation of WTSR
5. Working within various subgroups (RUK/ CoHE) raising important issues and acting accordingly
6. Supporting all documentation and record keeping associated with the Control of Hazardous Energy / Electrical Safety program (including creating, reviewing and approving of Approved Written Procedures in line with Vestas WTSR Management instructions
7. Providing technical support to Site Management, Supervisors and Technicians
Qualifications
8. Electrical/ mechanical education i.e. HNC Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, NVQ L4, C&G full technological certificate/diploma, or other relevant education/ experience in the field of electrical engineering
9. Knowledge of EN -1 Operation of Electrical Installations / EAWR and other European Standards applicable for the region of employment
10. Previous Wind industry technical & operational experience working with Vestas Wind Turbines desirable
11. Three years practical experience with electrical safety & Experience of working as an Authorised Technician (WTSR ) or Authorising Engineer
12. Good knowledge of WTSR, HV Safety Rules, similar Safe Systems of Work, supporting procedures and documentation
13. Authorization Panel experience
14. Good communication and presentation skills in English
Competencies
15. Safety conscious
16. Ability to coordinate and direct a team
17. Methodical approach with an ability to prioritize tasks
18. Interpersonal skills and a development-oriented mind-set
19. A personality, who can influence and supervise other in a positive manner
20. Able to work unsupervised
21. Concise, systematic, detail oriented and persistent
What we offer
We offer the great opportunity of joining a committed team within an international environment, that plays an important role in guiding the energy transition. You can expect to join a team that supports you and is always open for new ideas within a discussion-oriented culture. You will have an important impact on achieving the short-, mid-, and long-term goals of our region.
Additional information
This role will operate from our service base in UK, Belgium, The Netherlands or Germany.
We look forward to seeing your application as soon as possible, as interviews will be held on a regular basis. Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before the th of June 4. All inquiries are treated confidentially.
DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.